
Fellowship Awarded:
Faculty Mentor:
Lisa Giocomo
I am driven to elevate the next generation of scientists from all backgrounds. As a woman in predominantly male fields, I understand how environments are shaped by those in power to support them and exclude others. As a beneficiary of privilege, I am obligated to use those advantages to support and advocate for others. As a neuroscientist, I understand how important brain states are to cognitive function; creating spaces in which everyone thrives is critical to do great science.